Job Opening: Programs & Communications Associate

Programs & Events (50%)

• Assist the Programs Manager in planning & coordinating events, including the Autism Campus Inclusion (ACI) program, Disability Day of Mourning vigils, and annual Gala. Specific job tasks may include:
  • Managing event logistics (e.g. disability accommodations for attendees, reserving a venue, arranging catering, setting up meetings, etc.);
  • Ongoing communication with event hosts, volunteers, speakers, or other event participants;
  • Arranging travel and housing for event participants if necessary;
  • Developing presentations;
  • Coordinating staff, materials & schedules on site during an event;
  • Provide ongoing technical assistance to leadership programs alumni throughout the year, assisting in their skill development and activism;
  • Provide ongoing technical assistance to ASAN’s affiliated self-advocacy organizations throughout the year; and
  • Other duties as assigned.

Communications (50%)

• • Manage and grow ASAN’s social media presence across multiple platforms (including Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, & others)
  • Work with ASAN staff to relay information about ASAN’s work to the public and promote ASAN resources
  • Continuously follow ongoing discussions and content creators within the online disability rights community and aggregate shareable content
  • Respond to inquiries with information and referrals
  • Draft social media and email campaigns and action alerts
  • Assist with digital fundraising, including end of year and membership campaigns
  • Other duties as assigned.

• • Strong organizational and planning skills
  • Ability to work on multiple logistically complex long-term projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps
  • Knowledge of social media platforms including Facebook, Tumblr and Twitter
  • Strong phone, email, and written communication skills (this can include using AAC or other communication supports as necessary)
  • Familiarity with the disability rights, self-advocacy, and neurodiversity movements
  • Ability to work flexible and nonstandard hours, including some evenings and weekends
  • Ability to take direction, take initiative, and work in a team
  • Track record of discretion and reliability in work and advocacy environments
  • Willingness to learn about and respect the different access needs of self-advocates and work colleagues

• • Experience in event planning and/or project management
  • In-depth knowledge of social media practices, including accessibility and familiarity with scheduling apps such as Hootsuite
  • Proficiency in social media best practices, including comment moderation
  • Experience working in social media or digital fundraising for nonprofits